Job Details

Animal Enforcement Officer

The Animal Enforcement Officer is responsible for performing enforcement work relating to ordinance and laws controlling animals in Macon-Bibb County.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Enforces all Macon-Bibb County codes and ordinances related to animal welfare.
• Enforces all Georgia State Laws related to animal welfare.
• Works with the general public to help resolve animal welfare issues.
• Works with Bibb county Sheriff's deputies in regards to animal cases.
• Writes citations, as necessary, for violations of animal welfare laws.
• Patrols the county to locate and apprehend animals in violation of Macon-Bibb County codes and ordinances.
• Investigate and maintain records of any calls dispatched to.
• Maintain written and computerized reports of any calls handled and submit to Assistant Manager for approval.
• Testify in court when necessary
• Provide courteous, high quality service to members of the public by personally responding to requests for service or making the appropriate referral.
• Educate the general public regarding care and treatment of animals.
• Investigates complaints of animal cruelty and animal bites received through the Animal Enforcement Office and E911 Center and quarantines animals as necessary.
• Humanely euthanizes and disposes of sick, injured, and impounded animals as required.
• Investigate and properly dispose of wildlife; to include maintaining proper paperwork.
• Performs emergency service for injured animals after normal working hours, as required.
• Maintains the maintenance and cleanliness of assigned vehicle.

Education, Training and Experience

The Animal Enforcement Officer must be a high school graduate or equivalent, preference given for candidates with experience in the care and handling of animals; or any equivalent combination of education and experiences which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Possession of certification as an Animal Control Officer, within one year of hire.
• Possession of certification to assist with/perform euthanasia, within six (6) months of employment.
• Possession of a valid Georgia Motor Vehicle Operator's License.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of appropriate equipment and tools relating to the operation of an animal shelter, personal computer, typewriter, calculator, and other assigned equipment.
• Knowledge of the geography of Macon-Bibb County.
• Knowledge of the laws and ordinances relating to control of animals in Macon-Bibb County.
• Knowledge of personal computers and basic office programs.
• Knowledge of the care and handling of dogs and other animals.
• Ability to handle animals running at large, particularly those that might be vicious, sick or injured.
• Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with members of the general public, often in trying situations.
• Ability to maintain records and make reports.
• Skill in the use of tools and equipment incident to the operation of an animal shelter.
• Knowledge/experience of veterinary or medical terms, diseases, and procedures.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER